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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsJune '09 Filers

I'm positive it will end really soon already. ;)

Hi Aya! Have you adjusted already?

Scott, goodluck! I'm sure you'll get it this time.

Anyways, just dropping by to say hi! How's everyone doing?

To those who received their visa already, congratulations!

To those who still haven't, just hold on. It will come. Best of luck!!!

I wish Megan were doing better... For those that didn't see her post... he bailed on her recently before they got married... at least it happened before they tied the knot.
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2010-02-11 20:21:00
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This is what they asked for in the blue slip:
1.petitioner notarized timeline

2.petitioner former spouse info

3.applicant former spouse info

4.applicant police certificate

I am so excited to be heading back overseas again next week... It will be nice to be able to talk to someone face to face if there is any issue with her appointment... We have everything they have asked for and then some.. so we should have no issue...
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2010-02-09 14:49:00
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:clock:
Thanks
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2010-02-05 18:34:00
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Thanks.. we are actually doing really well.. have everything they have requested and are ready for the next appointment.. looking forward to a big hug in 19 days
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2010-02-02 09:13:00
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Scott, I'm very sorry. It will all work out soon for you guys I have no doubt! (F)

About that CO... S/he absolutely had no excuse to yell at Thuy, and are ask that kind of private questions :angry:

Did she get the CO's name? Perhaps a complaint to their supervisor could stop them for using that kind of that uncalled for attitude with future interviewees...

What kind of evidence did they ask for?

photos boarding passes and copy of my passport.. dont want to cause any friction until we are done with DoS.. this was one of two women known for vicious interviews
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2010-01-28 20:28:00
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Sorry to hear that man.

That's absolutely ridiculous that they can ask questions of that nature. I hope your next interview goes smoothly. Stay strong brother.



Chris

Just gonna cost a few grand that I didnt expect to go and talk to the consular general, but it will all work out next month...
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2010-01-26 19:23:00
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Blue slip requesting more documents... the CO was very rude.. yelled at Thuy and asked very personal questions about us having sex... absolutely livid.. next interview feb 23
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2010-01-25 23:06:00
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Scott and Thuy,
I wish you two nothing but the best tomorrow. Good Luck. Praying for good news. All the best.
Nwanyioma

its already tomorrow there.. she is headed to the consulate now... Thanks...
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2010-01-25 17:53:00
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Visa issued today!!!!!!!!! :dance: :dance: :dance:

Today we got a reply from the embassy that the visa was issued this morning!!! Thank God our wait didn't last any longer!! :dance:

Great news!!!!! :dance:
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2010-01-24 17:59:00
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Today was the last I will see Thuy until after the interview (both so excited now)... She will call me when she leaves the consulate tomorrow night... She is so ready for the interview that I told her to just look at it the same way as if she was going to DHL to pick up a birthday present... no worries just do what they ask and we will be together soon... (our present) 29 hours until the interview... unless there is a problem we don't know about, she will get the pink slip tomorrow night... a week later the visa... :thumbs:
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2010-01-24 16:32:00
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YAY :thumbs:
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2010-01-22 18:23:00
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Awww! She must be nervous.. Just keep practicing together and let her double check everything before heading to her interview.. I hope she does just great!! :)

Good luck Scott and Thuy!! :star:

I have asked her every question I can find and she knows everything.. I am so surprised.. she knows more about me than my mother does.. :thumbs:
She says she is at her mothers house for the peace and quiet to prepare everything.. I think it was the right decision as she has everything spot on in order... the only possible issue is misunderstanding a question, so She will have a translator translate the questions just to be sure she understands the meanings... she will do the interview in english.. with the interpreter backup...
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2010-01-20 16:37:00
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Praying to hear good news this week... :rolleyes:

Nwanyioma, What's your case status now?

Scott, only 8 more days to go until Thuy's interview!! :) Is she ready?

I dont think she is ready, but she says she will be... the stress is causing her to make silly mistakes... she left 300usd in her desk at english class the other day. now thats gone.. I keep emphasizing that it is no big deal in the whole scheme of things... focus on the preparation and forget about the lost $... 7 days from now she will be waiting to get into the consulate... god willing she will be here in 17 days
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2010-01-18 18:50:00
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Thanks so much for all the good luck wishes. Good or bad news, I just want to thank all of you for all of your support. God Bless each and every one of you
Nwanyioma and Olukayode

Well? What did they say? :clock:
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2010-01-14 17:54:00
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Today is your day!!!! :thumbs:

We are 12 days away from our day...
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2010-01-14 08:40:00
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Best of luck tomorrow!
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2010-01-13 13:41:00
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I wonder the same thing Chris...
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2010-01-07 09:44:00
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mke sure a ton of evidence goes to the next interview as well as him being ready for every question they may ask.... they will try to reafirm what they have already decided so it is up to him to convince them otherwise...
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2010-01-04 13:38:00
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Great news!
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2010-01-04 08:57:00
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QUOTE (KimberlyandMark @ Dec 29 2009, 05:06 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Good luck Nwanyioma! I smell another approval in the air!!!

Kimberly

Sorry to hear about Nwanyioma's denial... crying.gif
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-12-30 14:24:00
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Two interviews this week... best of luck to those up to bat this week... good.gif
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-12-28 16:33:00
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I smell an approval in the air!!!! or is that the Apple Pie in the oven? huh.gif
Merry Christmas Juner filers!!!! yes.gif
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-12-25 13:40:00
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YAY!!!!! good.gif
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-12-22 12:58:00
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QUOTE (Aya&John @ Dec 19 2009, 08:03 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Has anyone else of you guys heard about raising the visa fees in Feb 2010? Are they going to raise the AOS fees as well? unsure.gif

They have not decided, but will likely pass the increases next year.. they are in the stage where they are asking for comment and then after Feb they will go over the input from anyone who speaks out and then make the decisions... from a reliable source, we should expect to see all fees increase next year.. There is a topic here on VJ in this specific subject
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-12-20 13:03:00
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Not true.. thats only for IR/CR 1 visas... K visas must apply for the card.. its not automatic...
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-12-17 16:18:00
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Look like Megan and Kim are up next.... two weeks away.... hoping the best for both couples!!!! good.gif
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-12-14 15:20:00
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Congrats Aya!!! good.gif
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-12-14 10:25:00
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QUOTE (Aya&John @ Dec 10 2009, 03:16 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ScottThuy @ Dec 9 2009, 07:18 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (~AJ~ @ Dec 8 2009, 10:37 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ScottThuy @ Dec 8 2009, 06:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
We finally got our date.. Jan 26... at least it is 2010 and not 2011... they have truly made every effort to delay it at every stage it seems.... if there are no more delays, she should be here two months from now...


Congratulations on the interview date Scott!!

How did your Dam Hoi go?

We had a great time... her uncles demanded I do shots with them... 30+ ... needless to say I was trashed as were 4 of her uncles and she never drinks and she did 4 shots at the end of the party to get them to ease up on me... We got alot of great photos... I miss being able to eat "fresh" food.... we ate so much while I was there... The coming back here without her doesn't get easier, but at least it was the last time I will have to do it...


I'm glad you two had a great time star_smile.gif hopefully the time will fly by fast till you are together again!!

She wants to fly here the day she gets the visa... I am looking at things much the way Chris is... I think she will have many loose ends she is not aware of that need to be addressed before she leaves...
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-12-11 20:04:00
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QUOTE (~AJ~ @ Dec 8 2009, 10:37 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ScottThuy @ Dec 8 2009, 06:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
We finally got our date.. Jan 26... at least it is 2010 and not 2011... they have truly made every effort to delay it at every stage it seems.... if there are no more delays, she should be here two months from now...


Congratulations on the interview date Scott!!

How did your Dam Hoi go?

We had a great time... her uncles demanded I do shots with them... 30+ ... needless to say I was trashed as were 4 of her uncles and she never drinks and she did 4 shots at the end of the party to get them to ease up on me... We got alot of great photos... I miss being able to eat "fresh" food.... we ate so much while I was there... The coming back here without her doesn't get easier, but at least it was the last time I will have to do it...
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-12-08 23:18:00
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QUOTE (Chris_???l @ Dec 8 2009, 02:45 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Zhanna passed her interview this morning! Christmas came early this year for me smile.gif . Good luck to all my fellow June VSC filers! I will be praying for a successful interview for you all.

Great news Chris!!!
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-12-08 09:38:00
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We finally got our date.. Jan 26... at least it is 2010 and not 2011... they have truly made every effort to delay it at every stage it seems.... if there are no more delays, she should be here two months from now...
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-12-08 09:36:00
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Looks like half a dozen June VSC filer approvals already.. Wendy you guys are next!!!
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-11-24 18:07:00
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They found our file and we got pkt 3 today.. should get an interview some time in mid-Jan... Great news Wendy...
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-11-16 23:02:00
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QUOTE (Aya&John @ Nov 8 2009, 08:32 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Congratulations on your approvals Warren and Cindy, and Clay and Mila!!! kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif

Loveaboo, I see you're already in the US!! That's great!! When are you guys getting married? biggrin.gif

Scott, I haven't been on VJ in quiet a while.. Sorry I haven't asked about Thuy earlier.. How is she doing now? rose.gif rose.gif

Lu, I guess you're next to have the interview.. Keep us posted!

Wendy and Kim any news about interview dates yet? star_smile.gif


I sent packet 3 back to Cairo embassy on Oct 22nd.. Last I heard from the embassy is that we are in the waiting list for an interview slot.. Arghh getting nervous lol.. And I'm still hoping John gets to attend that interview with me, but all depends on the ticket prices..

Good luck everyone and keep the approvals coming!! star_smile.gif

Thanks Aya.. she is back to her normal happy healthy self.. the Dr said the IV yesterday would be the last one needed...
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-11-09 14:39:00
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QUOTE (JosMeg12 @ Nov 5 2009, 03:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello everyone! Seems like everyone is in a waiting period, so we havent really been writing much. Joseph booked his ticket to go home to the Philippines, he's leaving on the 12th, and our interview is the 21st of next month so that gives him just over a month to get everything he needs. I pray to god he has all the paperwork he needs from me. I will have to send him updated pay stubs but thats about it I think.

Scott, how is Thuy doing? Ive been trying to find your thread but I cant seem to find it. I think of you two often.

Well, hope everyone is having a good week.
<3 Megan

She is at her mothers house and the doctor is coming by every few days to give her an IV to boost her strength.. today is the best she has sounded in weeks..

QUOTE (Wendy_n_John @ Nov 5 2009, 09:19 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (JosMeg12 @ Nov 5 2009, 09:16 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yes it has to be done at least a week ahead of time just incase something comes back that they need to double check on. So, you have enough time before the interview to get it taken care of

Anyone dealing with Manila: Can he go earlier than the one week before the interview? He can just show up any day right? The woman at the USEM said he needs to go one week.. but is it a first come first serve basis at St. Lukes?

Im just nervous if something comes back they might not have enough time before the interview.. I might want him to go earlier than just the week. Thanks smile.gif


Ok well the website for UK embassy led to the medical link and it was indicated there that the medical was good for one year, and we had ours on 10-11 or so.. nothing as far as I know has been indicated that there was an issue. The medical dept sent straight to UK Embassy so we wont know if thers a problem I gue sunle sthey send us to RFE or AP.

Some consulates only allow medicals that are 6 months or less
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-11-05 21:36:00
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QUOTE (JosMeg12 @ Oct 31 2009, 06:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hey everyone! We have an interview date! Its Dec. 21st, and the medical is the 14th. We could have had it as early as Nov 14th, but I want Joseph to have enough time in the Philippines to get all of his paperwork together. I also want him to be with his family for Christmas... So, Hopefully we get our christmas gift early smile.gif A pink slip!

Great news Megan.. I am hoping we get that same date as well.. if not a few days earlier... I am going to call again this week and ask if it has been scheduled...
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-11-01 09:39:00
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I called DoS today and they said the consulate has the case as of 10/24 but has not scheduled an interview... I sent the required docs via email on 10/25. Thuy is getting better and I was able to talk to her a few hours ago... should be out of the hospital next week...
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-10-29 12:42:00
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QUOTE (Nancy and Marcelo @ Oct 24 2009, 09:49 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Aya&John @ Oct 23 2009, 12:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Nancy and Marcelo @ Oct 23 2009, 05:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Congratulations to everyone with interview dates! I'm glad that things are moving along for all of us.


Welcome to June Filers Nancy and Marcelo!

Thanks Aya & John! I've been watching everyone's progress from affar, and I thought it was finally time to join in the fun. (Hope I'm getting this quotes thing right, too.)

Also thanks also to Scott, Warren and Wendy for the AOS info. I've been so wrapped up in the waiting that I forgot about all that for a minute. Does anyone know the reqirements for courthouse marriages in your areas? Of course, my courthouse hasn't made it to the 21st century and put this information on the internet yet. I'm guessing his passport and our story will be enough, but I'll be giving them a call Monday to double check.

Hang onto all of your paperwork that you can as it can be an asset down the road... The NOA2 is required when doing AOS... so DO NOT LOSE IT... also make sure that you keep the I 94 the paper that you complete on the plane to get through immigration... thats like your proof you got into the movie theatre and it will be needed down the road... so when in doubt, save everything...
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-10-24 08:54:00
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QUOTE (Warren and Cindy @ Oct 23 2009, 11:49 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Wendy_n_John @ Oct 23 2009, 09:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Then I presume we are all back here 2 years later for AOS.


AOS, as well as EAD and AP gets done as soon as you get married, then as we will all be issued with only 2 year grean cards we will need to apply 18 months after we marry to lift conditions so we can get the full 10 year green card smile.gif

K1 flow chart;
http://www.visajourn...amp;page=k1flow


AOS: Apply for Adjustment of Status; this will give you a 2 year green card.
EAD: Employment Authorization Document; this will allow you to work, comes faster then the GC
AP: Advance Parole; Allows you to leave the US and return, untill we get this if we leave the country we can not get back in >< and would have to apply for a new visa.

if you apply for all 3 at once, then they all come under the cost of the AOS. (read cheaper)

hope this helps biggrin.gif


Thats just over 1000 bucks... so expect to shell out that much within 90 days of the SO's arrival in the US.

ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-10-23 12:24:00
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Thanks Guys!!! fingers crossed
ScottThuyMaleVietnam2009-10-22 16:54:00